We are finishing the week and the best way to do it is with the calls for review from the European Commission.
On this occasion we have appreciated the presence of several errors related to polluting emissions, something that worries us because we do not know very well if it is due to specific problems or a general problem.
Mazda recalls two models that were discontinued 11 years ago because it has detected a quality problem in some parts and is going to change them.
The rest of the recalls have to do with fires, design flaws or assembly errors.
Before putting your hands to your head, we recommend that You check if the VIN of your car is affected by the call for review issued itself.
Official EC calls for review
Brand: Mercedes-Benz
Name: Class C, Class E, GLC and GLE
Production dates: 04.09.2018 – 17.03.2021
Company recall code: 2092013
Risk type: Injuries
The belt tensioner arm may have been manufactured with an incorrect limit tolerance, which could cause one side of the V-ribbed belt to rub against the tensioner, causing wear and failure. As a result, the coolant pump can stop working, causing the engine to overheat.
Make: Mazda
Name: RX-8, Mazda6
Production dates: 28.07.2005 – 30.07.2010
Risk type: Fire
The fuel pump caps can crack and the fuel tank cap can come loose. This could lead to the loss of fuel, increasing the risk of fire.
Make: Dodge
Name: RAM
Production dates: August 3 to January 8, 2021
Company recall code: Y08
Risk type: Fire
A short circuit may occur in the heater relay. This can cause a fire in the engine compartment, which can cause a complete subsequent vehicle fire.
Brand: Mercedes-Benz
Name: Class A and Class B
Production dates: from March 27, 2019 to August 14, 2019
Company recall code: 5490203
Risk type: Fire
Corrosion protection in the high-voltage battery housing cannot be guaranteed to last for the life of the vehicle. After the vehicle has been in use for a longer period of time, the battery case may corrode under certain specific environmental conditions. In this case, the sealing effect of the battery case could be gradually compromised, allowing moisture to penetrate the battery. This could lead to insulation failures, resulting in the inability to restart the vehicle after the engine is switched off, which could increase the risk of fire.
Brand: SUZUKI
Name: Suzuki Vitara, Suzuki S-Cross
Risk Type: Entrapment and Other Health Risks
Irregularities were detected in the emission behavior of Suzuki vehicles. The production of disproportionate NOX emissions will harm the environment and human health.
The product does not meet the requirements established in the Regulation on approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, as well as the systems, components and independent technical units intended for such vehicles.
Make: Jeep
Name: Jeep Grand Cherokee
Risk type: Environment
Irregularities were detected in the emission behavior of FCA US LLC vehicles. The production of disproportionate NOx emissions harms the environment and human health.
Brand: Mercedes-Benz
Name: EQV, eVito
Production dates: 21.02.2020 – 31.03.2021
Company recall code: V2EFEDVER (3290357)
Risk type: Injuries
The connection of the MacPherson type suspension system may be inadequate. This could cause the wheels to lock up, increasing the risk of an accident.